GATE / GATE 2027 Registration Last Date: Check Odisha Exam Centres, Fees, Dates, DigiLocker Rules
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The GATE 2027 registration deadline without late fee is September 27, 2026; extended registration with late fee is open till October 5.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 26: The GATE 2027 registration deadline is approaching, with the regular application window for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering closing on September 27, 2026. Candidates who fail to submit their applications by the regular deadline can still register until October 5 by paying a late fee.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 is being organised by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras).
For candidates from Odisha, the GATE 2027 examination city list includes Balasore-Bhadrak, Baripada, Bhubaneswar, Brahmapur, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela and Sambalpur.
The GATE 2027 application portal is currently live. Candidates can apply online through the official GATE website.
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 is being organised by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras).
For candidates from Odisha, the GATE 2027 examination city list includes Balasore-Bhadrak, Baripada, Bhubaneswar, Brahmapur, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela and Sambalpur.
The GATE 2027 application portal is currently live. Candidates can apply online through the official GATE website.
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GATE 2027 Registration Last Date
The last date for GATE 2027 registration without a late fee is September 27, 2026.
The extended registration window will remain open until October 5, 2026, with a late fee.
According to the official schedule, application rectification will be allowed from October 14 to October 21. The notification for examination city allotment is scheduled for January 4, 2027. The GATE 2027 admit card download date has not yet been announced.
Candidates who plan to apply without paying the additional late fee should complete the registration process by September 27.
GATE 2027 Application Fee
The GATE 2027 application fee depends on the candidate's category and the number of test papers selected. For one paper, female candidates and candidates belonging to the SC, ST and PwD categories have to pay Rs 1,000 during the regular registration period, while the fee is Rs 2,000 for all other candidates, including foreign nationals. Candidates opting for two papers have to pay Rs 2,000 and Rs 4,000, respectively.
Those applying during the extended registration period will have to pay a late fee. The fee for one paper will be Rs 1,500 for female, SC, ST and PwD candidates and Rs 2,500 for other candidates. For two papers, the applicable fees during the extended period will be Rs 2,500 and Rs 4,500, respectively.
GATE 2027 Exam Centres In Odisha
Odisha aspirants have multiple examination-city options for GATE 2027.
The last date for GATE 2027 registration without a late fee is September 27, 2026.
The extended registration window will remain open until October 5, 2026, with a late fee.
According to the official schedule, application rectification will be allowed from October 14 to October 21. The notification for examination city allotment is scheduled for January 4, 2027. The GATE 2027 admit card download date has not yet been announced.
Candidates who plan to apply without paying the additional late fee should complete the registration process by September 27.
GATE 2027 Application Fee
The GATE 2027 application fee depends on the candidate's category and the number of test papers selected. For one paper, female candidates and candidates belonging to the SC, ST and PwD categories have to pay Rs 1,000 during the regular registration period, while the fee is Rs 2,000 for all other candidates, including foreign nationals. Candidates opting for two papers have to pay Rs 2,000 and Rs 4,000, respectively.
Those applying during the extended registration period will have to pay a late fee. The fee for one paper will be Rs 1,500 for female, SC, ST and PwD candidates and Rs 2,500 for other candidates. For two papers, the applicable fees during the extended period will be Rs 2,500 and Rs 4,500, respectively.
GATE 2027 Exam Centres In Odisha
Odisha aspirants have multiple examination-city options for GATE 2027.
The listed Odisha cities are:
Balasore-Bhadrak
Baripada
Bhubaneswar
Brahmapur
Cuttack
Dhenkanal
Rourkela
Sambalpur
Candidates have to select six examination cities from the same zone while filling out the application form. The GATE authorities, however, have reserved the right to allot a different city because of operational constraints.
For Odisha candidates, this means they can provide multiple preferences within the state while completing the application.
GATE 2027 DigiLocker Rules
DigiLocker is an important part of the GATE 2027 registration process for Indian nationals.
The GATE authorities have allowed candidates to register using an unverified DigiLocker account as well. Such candidates can select the default identity proof during the application process, but their applications will be scrutinised after the registration deadline.
Candidates who register through an unverified DigiLocker account will also have to produce their original documents for verification at the examination centre. The GATE authorities have recommended using a verified DigiLocker account for a smoother process.
Another important instruction concerns the DigiLocker account itself.
Candidates have been advised not to delete the verified or unverified DigiLocker account used for their GATE 2027 application after submitting the form and paying the fee.
The GATE authorities have said future communication will be made with respect to the DigiLocker account used to submit the application.
GATE 2027 Exam Date
The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted on six dates in February:
February 6, 2027
February 7, 2027
February 13, 2027
February 14, 2027
February 20, 2027
February 21, 2027
The GATE 2027 result is scheduled to be announced on March 19, 2027. The examination dates are subject to change.
GATE 2027 Eligibility
Candidates who are currently studying in the third year or higher of an eligible undergraduate degree programme, or have already completed an eligible degree, can appear for GATE 2027.
The eligibility extends beyond engineering and technology. Students and graduates from eligible programmes in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts and Humanities can also appear, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
There is no age limit for appearing in GATE 2027. Candidates can also appear for the examination multiple times.
GATE 2027 Introduces Robotics And Automation Paper
GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers.
The examination authorities have introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) as a new test paper for GATE 2027.
The official website also notes revisions to the syllabi and changes to the sectional paper codes for some papers, including XE, XH and XL. Candidates have been advised to check the updated syllabus before applying.
Candidates can appear for one paper or up to two papers, but those opting for two papers have to select a combination permitted by the GATE authorities.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
GATE 2027 registration began on September 2, while the last date to apply without a late fee is September 27. The extended registration window will remain open until October 5. Application rectification is scheduled from October 14 to October 21, followed by city allotment notification on January 4, 2027. The examination will be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, with results scheduled for March 19.
The dates are liable to change according to the GATE 2027 authorities.
Also Read: Odisha School Dropout Rate Declines; Minister Presents UDISE+ Data in Assembly
How To Apply For GATE 2027
Candidates can complete their GATE 2027 application form through the official application portal.
Applicants should keep their required documents ready before beginning the process. The application requires details including the candidate's degree information, institute details, choice of GATE paper and examination-city preferences.
The application process also includes a live photograph capture. Candidates therefore need access to a computer with a webcam or a mobile phone with a front-facing camera meeting the prescribed requirements.
Candidates should carefully check all details before submitting the form and making the payment.
Those who want to apply without a late fee should complete the GATE 2027 registration by September 27.
Balasore-Bhadrak
Baripada
Bhubaneswar
Brahmapur
Cuttack
Dhenkanal
Rourkela
Sambalpur
Candidates have to select six examination cities from the same zone while filling out the application form. The GATE authorities, however, have reserved the right to allot a different city because of operational constraints.
For Odisha candidates, this means they can provide multiple preferences within the state while completing the application.
GATE 2027 DigiLocker Rules
DigiLocker is an important part of the GATE 2027 registration process for Indian nationals.
The GATE authorities have allowed candidates to register using an unverified DigiLocker account as well. Such candidates can select the default identity proof during the application process, but their applications will be scrutinised after the registration deadline.
Candidates who register through an unverified DigiLocker account will also have to produce their original documents for verification at the examination centre. The GATE authorities have recommended using a verified DigiLocker account for a smoother process.
Another important instruction concerns the DigiLocker account itself.
Candidates have been advised not to delete the verified or unverified DigiLocker account used for their GATE 2027 application after submitting the form and paying the fee.
The GATE authorities have said future communication will be made with respect to the DigiLocker account used to submit the application.
GATE 2027 Exam Date
The GATE 2027 exam will be conducted on six dates in February:
February 6, 2027
February 7, 2027
February 13, 2027
February 14, 2027
February 20, 2027
February 21, 2027
The GATE 2027 result is scheduled to be announced on March 19, 2027. The examination dates are subject to change.
GATE 2027 Eligibility
Candidates who are currently studying in the third year or higher of an eligible undergraduate degree programme, or have already completed an eligible degree, can appear for GATE 2027.
The eligibility extends beyond engineering and technology. Students and graduates from eligible programmes in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Arts and Humanities can also appear, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
There is no age limit for appearing in GATE 2027. Candidates can also appear for the examination multiple times.
GATE 2027 Introduces Robotics And Automation Paper
GATE 2027 will be conducted for 30 test papers.
The examination authorities have introduced Robotics and Automation (RA) as a new test paper for GATE 2027.
The official website also notes revisions to the syllabi and changes to the sectional paper codes for some papers, including XE, XH and XL. Candidates have been advised to check the updated syllabus before applying.
Candidates can appear for one paper or up to two papers, but those opting for two papers have to select a combination permitted by the GATE authorities.
GATE 2027 Important Dates
GATE 2027 registration began on September 2, while the last date to apply without a late fee is September 27. The extended registration window will remain open until October 5. Application rectification is scheduled from October 14 to October 21, followed by city allotment notification on January 4, 2027. The examination will be conducted on February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, with results scheduled for March 19.
The dates are liable to change according to the GATE 2027 authorities.
Also Read: Odisha School Dropout Rate Declines; Minister Presents UDISE+ Data in Assembly
How To Apply For GATE 2027
Candidates can complete their GATE 2027 application form through the official application portal.
Applicants should keep their required documents ready before beginning the process. The application requires details including the candidate's degree information, institute details, choice of GATE paper and examination-city preferences.
The application process also includes a live photograph capture. Candidates therefore need access to a computer with a webcam or a mobile phone with a front-facing camera meeting the prescribed requirements.
Candidates should carefully check all details before submitting the form and making the payment.
Those who want to apply without a late fee should complete the GATE 2027 registration by September 27.
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